Rosalind

Girl's name

Rosalind is derived from the Old Germanic elements "hros" meaning "horse" and "lind" meaning "soft, tender, flexible."

Meaning Gentle horse
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 148
Peak year 1965

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Rosalind Franklin - DNA structure research
  • Rosalind Russell - Actress in classic Hollywood films
  • Rosalind Chao - Actress in "Star Trek" and "The Joy Luck Club"
  • Rosalind Brewer - CEO of Walgreens Boots Alliance
  • Rosalind Hursthouse - Philosopher known for virtue ethics
  • Rosalind Plowright - Opera singer and actress
  • Rosalind Knight - British actress in film and TV
  • Rosalind Wiseman - Author of "Queen Bees and Wannabes"
  • Rosalind Picard - Researcher in affective computing
  • Rosalind Miles - Author of historical fiction and non-fiction

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